Early Android 16 code hints at extensive keyboard shortcut customization, which could seriously boost tablet and foldable productivity

The latest Android 16 beta suggests a full keyboard remapping feature could be on the way in the final release of the operating system.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

Google was reportedly spotted adding code to the first Android 16 beta regarding the user's ability to rebind keyboard shortcuts. From the code, users can alter the combinations required to launch apps or to activate Android's system controls.

Android has long supported keyboard shortcuts. These shortcuts, especially designed to make Android tablets with optional physical keyboards more productive, allow users to perform tasks like navigating to the home screen,